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The Science of Pizza Making
Blog originally developed for Current Backyard You probably haven’t thought about physics and geometry since high school or college. But—it turns out—you have science to thank for the crispy crust, gooey cheese, tasty toppings, and everything you love about homemade pizza. By understanding the science behind pizza making, you’ll be able pick the best pizza oven for you. How Pizza Ovens Work The science of pizza making starts with heat. Heat is the transfer of energy from one
Hunter Cates
Jun 293 min read


The Science of the Smashburger
Blog originally developed for Current Backyard Smashburgers are as fun to make as they are to eat. But while there’s an art to making the perfect smashburger, the reason they taste so delicious is because of science. We’ll break down the science of the smashburger, so you can make the tastiest one ever on your outdoor electric griddle. The Reason We Love Smashburgers Culinary experts say the reason we love smashburgers is the rich and complex flavors that come from the Mailla
Hunter Cates
Jun 293 min read


The Physics of Insulation
Blog post originally developed for Current Backyard Picture this: you bite into a tasty pizza or a savory steak. Tastes like a work of art, doesn’t it? And it is, but you actually have science to thank for the high heat that makes it possible. Specifically, the physics of insulation. Let’s see how the physics of insulation works in outdoor electric appliances like the Model G+ Dual Zone Electric Grill and Model P Smart Pizza Oven. How Does Heat Work? Let’s start with the most
Hunter Cates
Jun 293 min read


Applying The "Golden Triangle" Workflow to Outdoor Cooking
Blog post developed for Current Backyard Are you an outdoor grilling enthusiast with a lot of passion but not a lot of space? You don’t have to abandon your ambitions; you just have to be smart about your setup. The best place to begin is with the tried-and-true: The “Golden Triangle” workflow. This proven method makes the most use of a small space to perfect your Outdoor Cooking setup. Here’s how it works. What is The “Golden Triangle” Workflow? The “Golden Triangle” workflo
Hunter Cates
Jun 292 min read


Incorporating Proven Features From the Instacart App to Deliver a More Powerful Platform
Brand blog developed for Instacart Keeping shelves stocked and customers happy has always been challenging for grocers. Today, these retailers face new challenges that require new approaches. Before the pandemic, grocery was slow to adopt e-commerce and lagged when compared to other retail sectors. But — as we know — COVID-19 changed that. With the rise of e-commerce, customers demand the same order and delivery experiences from their grocers as they do from online retailers
Hunter Cates
Feb 13, 20244 min read


How to Turn Every Grocery Delivery Into a Growth Opportunity On Instacart
Brand blog developed for Instacart Today’s retail market is facing massive disruption. Grocers who provided delivery services in response to the pandemic lockdowns now find that consumers continue to appreciate, and expect, the same ease, convenience, and speed of these services in a post-pandemic world. Due to the rise of e-commerce across other industries, consumers don’t just want their groceries delivered — they want them delivered fast, with 85% of consumers expecting th
Hunter Cates
Feb 13, 20243 min read
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